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Smithsonite (with rainbow iridescence) from Choix, Sinaloa, Mexico

 
Smithsonite (with rainbow iridescence) from Choix, Sinaloa, Mexico

Smithsonite (with rainbow iridescence) from Choix, Sinaloa, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 61671
Mineral:Smithsonite (with rainbow iridescence)
Locality:Choix, Sinaloa, Mexico
Description:Lustrous translucent beige-colored smithsonite crystals in concentrically layered hemispherical aggregates to 26 mm diameter. The surfaces of the smithsonite crystals have a rainbow iridescence that is quite remarkable, especially in sunlight.
Overall Size:7.5x4.5x3 cm
Crystals:1 mm layers
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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